{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Use of Force for the Mind","description":"     &amp;nbsp;     convert_to_textConvert to source    Top of Form Dr. Mark Davies Important Ideas\/Facts:   Academic and Professional Credentials: The source emphasizes Dr. Davies' strong academic foundation and extensive professional experience.   Key Facts: He holds a Ph.D. in Counselling Psychology from the University of Alberta (1995) and has additional degrees (B.A., M.Div., M.Ed.). His professional experience spans academic roles as an associate professor (1995-2007) and full-time private practice (2007-2023).   Focus on First Responders and Operational Stress Injuries: A significant portion of Dr. Davies' career has been dedicated to supporting first responders and addressing the psychological impact of their work.   Key Facts: He worked with first responders who had sustained operational stress injuries. His expertise includes treating stress, depression, anxiety, and trauma.  Relevant Activities: His work included facilitating CISD's (Critical Incident Stress Debriefings), leading seminars and workshops, and acting as a consultant to first responder agencies.    Development and Implementation of Psychological Resilience Programs: Dr. Davies is currently involved in developing and implementing programs aimed at building psychological resilience, particularly within law enforcement.   Key Fact: He is working with the Delta Police Department in developing and implementing policies and practices that are aimed at building psychological resilience. Key Program: He has developed the program Use of Force for the Mind (UFM) used by DPD, which is a mandatory ongoing training program to help reduce the risk of operational stress injury sustained by police officers and personnel.    Contribution to Relevant Literature: Dr. Davies has contributed to academic publications in the field of police wellness and resilience.   Key Fact: He is a contributing author of Power, Police Officer Wellness, Ethics and Resilience (Eds. Papazoglou and Blumberg, Academic Press, 2020).  Supporting Quotes:  &quot;Dr. Davies received his Ph.D. in Counselling Psychology from the University of Alberta in 1995.&quot; &quot;From 2007-2023 Dr. Davies was in private practice full time. Dr Davies worked with first responders who had sustained operational stress injuries.&quot; &quot;His expertise includes treating stress, depression, anxiety, and trauma.&quot; &quot;Currently, Dr. Davies is working with the Delta Police Department in developing and implementing policies and practices that are aimed at building psychological resilience.&quot; &quot;He has developed the program Use of Force for the Mind (UFM) used by DPD, which is a mandatory ongoing training program to help reduce the risk of operational stress injury sustained by police officers and personnel.&quot; &quot;He is a contributing author of Power, Police Officer Wellness, Ethics and Resilience (Eds. Papazoglou and Blumberg, Academic Press, 2020).&quot;  Conclusion: Dr. Mark Davies is a highly qualified and experienced professional with a significant focus on the psychological well-being of first responders. His development of the &quot;Use of Force for the Mind&quot; program highlights a practical application of his expertise in building psychological resilience within a critical service profession. His academic background and contributions to relevant literature further  ","author_name":"Bend Don't Break","author_url":"http:\/\/deltapolice.ca","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/36556130\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/eeab2a\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/188337065"}